dryers, and vending machines is prohibited. 39. Unauthorized use of university keys. Unauthorized use, distribution, duplication, or possession of key(s) for university facilities is prohibited.
SEARCHES OF STUDENTS When there is reasonable suspicion to believe that community and/or residential standards have been violated, university personnel may conduct searches without notice on the Trine University campus, in any of its facilities or on any of its property, or in a facility or on property controlled by the University, or in a facility or on the property of an organization officially recognized by the University. Students and organizations are expected to cooperate in the conduction of such searches.
HAZING In accordance with State of Indiana law, all forms of hazing, pledge day, and/or pre-initiation activities that are defined as hazing shall be banned. Hazing is defined as any action or situation with or without consent that recklessly, intentionally, or unintentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or creates risk of injury, or causes discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule or that willfully destroys or removes public or private property. Such activities and situations include, but are not limited to, creation of excessive fatigue; physical and psychological shocks; wearing apparel that is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in public stunts and jokes; participating in treasure or scavenger hunts; morally degrading or humiliating games and activities; late night sessions that interfere with scholastic activities or normal sleep patterns; and any other activities that are not consistent with the law, ritual or the regulations and policies of the member organization or the educational institution. All member groups will affirm their policies on hazing and inform the membership of this position. This policy is strictly enforced. To report incidents of hazing, call the National Haze Free Hotline at
1.888.NOT.HAZE (1.888.668.4293).
OFF-CAMPUS INCIDENTS INVOLVING TRINE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS Trine University reserves the right to take necessary and appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of the campus community. It may become necessary for the University to take appropriate action as a result of student incidents off campus. In the event of complaints from the community, the University will cooperate fully with local authorities in the performance of their duties. Authority for deciding what off-campus incidents may affect the on-campus environment is vested with the Dean of Student Life. In that instance, the University will follow its normal discipline process, separate from criminal or civil processes, using its normal time line and will not wait until other jurisdictions have made decisions regarding the incident in question.
WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY Trine University is committed to providing all members of the University community, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, vendors, and guests, with a safe and productive environment. If any member of the University community has reason to believe or reasonably suspect that the University or any of its agents is acting contrary to any applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations, or contrary to any established community standard, that person may report such action or activity without fear of reprisal or retaliation. Trine University has an anonymous tip line. Incidents can be reported by calling 260.665.4700 or going to www.trine.edu/silentwitness. Any university student with reasonable suspicion of illegal or improper activity should notify the Dean of Students to register a complaint.